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TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE ON A TRAILER
132 AXH1157-UK (ENG) L3500 L4700 F7000 [FPT S3A]
WARNING
Always check the good condition of the anchors
(ropes, chains, wedges, etc...).
Figure: 150526-1
Pay attention to the following when loading the
vehicle onto a trailer:
• Before using ramps or trailers to load the vehicle
on, remove any mud, ice or oil that could cause
accidents.
• Check that the axle and the transport vehicle can
withstand the overall weight of the vehicle and
any loaded equipment.
• Check the overall dimensions of the vehicle for
minimum and maximum heights from the ground
and the weight allowed.
• Carefully handle the vehicle onto the transport
vehicle.
• Make sure local regulations are observed when
transporting the vehicle on public roads.
DANGER
When loading or unloading a vehicle from a
transport vehicle, there is always the risk of the
vehicle overturning sideways; therefore, have
another person on the ground to control the
operations.
Figure: 150526-2
Take the following precautions when loading or
unloading a vehicle:
• Choose solid and level ground.
• Remove any attachments installed on the vehicle.
• Align the drum to the frame (if installed).
• Lift the loading shovel (if installed ) and fasten it
with the appropriate chain.
• Use a platform or a ramp.
• Always select the slowest speed.
• Load the vehicle on to the transport vehicle,
making sure that the ramps are positioned
properly and safely.
• Once the vehicle is in a safe position, switch the
engine off and engage the parking brake.
• Close all windows and the cab door (if installed).
• Anchor the vehicle to the transport vehicle with
chains or cables through the relative hooks (fig.
150526-2).
• Apply wedges to the front and rear wheels of the
transport vehicle.
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